Features

Everything you need to keep your photos private

Military-grade encryption, AI-powered organization, and sharing you actually control. Built for people who take their privacy seriously.

On-Device Encryption

Your photos and videos are encrypted on your device before they ever leave your browser. Only you hold the keys.

  • AES-256-GCM encryption with per-file random keys
  • Argon2id key derivation from your password
  • Hierarchical key wrapping (Master Key > Vault Key > File Key)
  • 4 MB streaming chunks — handles multi-gigabyte videos without crashing your browser
  • 24-word BIP39 recovery key as a backup

AI Face Recognition

Continuous AI that groups photos by the people in them — like smart albums. Automatic background scanning with zero interruption. Face recognition is optional.

  • Continuous background scanning — new photos automatically get face suggestions
  • Face detection on our private AI server — no third-party APIs
  • 512-dimensional face embeddings returned to your device
  • Embeddings are encrypted at rest with AES-256-GCM
  • Off by default — enable in Settings when you are ready
  • Disable anytime: all biometric data is permanently deleted

Fort Knox Vaults

Ultra-secure mode for your most sensitive content. SMS verification required every time you open it.

  • SMS code required on every vault access
  • Sessions expire after 30 minutes
  • Hidden from default vault list
  • Available on Pro and Premium plans

Partner Vaults

A shared space built for couples. Both partners have full access with a graceful breakup flow if things change.

  • RSA key exchange so both partners decrypt independently
  • Either partner can upload, view, and organize
  • Graceful breakup: vault becomes read-only, both can still download
  • Full audit trail of who accessed what

Flexible Sharing

Share via email, SMS, or a link — paste it into WhatsApp, Telegram, or iMessage. Revoke access instantly with a single click.

  • Share via email, SMS, or a shareable link (WhatsApp, Telegram, iMessage, anywhere)
  • Unauthenticated recipients can accept via link — no account needed upfront
  • View-only or view + add permissions
  • Revoke access instantly — links become invalid immediately
  • Every share is logged in the audit trail

Video Streaming & AirPlay Casting

Native video playback with AirPlay, Picture-in-Picture, and streaming that starts instantly. Cast encrypted slideshows directly to your TV.

  • AirPlay casting for encrypted slideshows — watch on any Apple TV
  • Chromecast support for private viewing on any compatible device
  • Video duration badges on all thumbnails
  • Encrypted streaming with range-request support
  • Native HTML5 player with AirPlay and PiP
  • Supports MP4, MOV, WebM, AVI, MKV, 3GP, M4V
  • Resumable chunked uploads for large files

Audit Trail

Every action on your account is logged. See exactly who viewed what and when — complete transparency.

  • Append-only logs — entries cannot be edited or deleted
  • Tracks uploads, shares, views, and access events
  • Partner vault activity visible to both partners
  • Exportable for your records

Two-Factor Authentication

SMS verification on every login. Even if your password is compromised, your vault stays locked.

  • SMS-based second factor on every login
  • Set up during onboarding — enforced automatically
  • Fort Knox vaults add a second layer on top of login 2FA
  • 4-hour session timeout with automatic sign-out

Zero Data Mining

We do not analyze, index, or sell your photos. Our revenue comes from subscriptions — not your data.

  • No third-party sharing of your photos or vault data
  • No cross-user identity graphs
  • GDPR and CCPA compliant with full data export and deletion

Ready to take control?

Fort Knox vaults, Partner Vaults, and unlimited AI are all waiting. Cancel anytime.

Features | PicVaultPro — Encryption, AI, Secure Sharing